Patient Navigator (RN)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career development

Continuing education

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Employee discount program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Tenet Physician Resources in Tucson is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient triage, education, and support to physicians during office visits and follow-up. You will maintain accurate chart documentation and assist with tests, treatments, and medication administration.

The role requires an active RN license, current CPR, and at least two years of clinical experience in a physician office. A strong focus on patient education and coordinated care is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Certification: Current State RN nursing license. Current CPR certification.
• Experience: Minimum of two years of clinical experience in a physician office.

Responsibilities

• Assists in patient triage and education; supports physicians during office hours and follow-up on prescriptions, procedures and tests.
• Maintains chart documentation to ensure visit information is complete and accurate.
• Conducts vital signs, basic assessments, and documentation; draws labs and prepares specimens as directed.
• Administers prescribed medications and injections; assists with patient education.
• Triages patients to identify emergencies and notifies providers as needed.
• Develops and documents patient care protocols and education materials.
• Compiles data for outcomes and program efficacy reports.
• Verifies data for reimbursement and routes information to the appropriate department.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission?

At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for patient triage and education, assisting physicians during office hours and follow-up on prescriptions, procedures and tests. Maintain chart documentation to ensure all information about visit is completed and documented correctly.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and treatment plan by taking vital signs, blood pressure, patient history, medication listing, and determining chief complaint.Provide Physicians with assessments of patient condition.
• Performs tests as directed by physician.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures.
• Draws lab specimens and prepares them for lab transport, including completion of lab forms and/or computer entry.
• Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
• Assists with patient teaching and instructions.
• Triages patients to determine which are emergencies and provides immediate support if deemed necessary. Notifies provider of medical emergencies.
• Assist in the development and documentation of patient care protocols and procedures and patient education materials.
• Compile and analyze variety of medical, statistical, and operational data and prepare reports for outcomes measurement and program efficacy.
• Review treatment forms to verify data required to maximize reimbursement has been identified. Route relevant information from patient to appropriate department personnel.
• Ensure information is appropriately entered into Electronic Health Record.

Qualifications

Education:High school diploma/GED and completion of an accredited nursing program

Certification: Current State RN nursing license. Current CPR certification.

Experience:Must have a minimum of two years of clinical experience working in a physician office

Organization Description

Tucson Physician Group Holdings LLC, also known as Carondelet Medical Group, is one of Tucson's premier destinations for primary care and multispecialty services. Our comprehensive offerings include high-quality care in cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery and urology. Our services are designed to meet and exceed the medical needs of our patients. With over a dozen convenient locations in and around Tucson, we make quality healthcare easily accessible to patients and their loved ones.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.